2006 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Astra | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |